The Antiquary — Volume 02

A curious collector of relics and stories, the antiquary lives amid the rolling hills and old stone houses of the Scottish Borders, where his love of the past collides with the bustling present. His circle includes a boisterous sister, a clever niece, and a host of servants whose daily routines are anything but ordinary. Together they navigate a world where ancient legends whisper through the very walls they inhabit, inviting both wonder and occasional mischief.

The opening of this volume finds the household in a tangled morning scramble—breakfast forgotten, a missing wig, and a dog and gun that promise more trouble than sport. Amid the chatter and confusion, old family grudges surface, and the arrival of distinguished guests hints at larger schemes afoot. Scott’s blend of humor, social observation, and subtle suspense sets the stage for an adventure that will test the antiquary’s scholarly instincts against the lively realities of his community.